Think all granola bars are good for you? Think again! Not all granola bars are created equally. Find out which ones are really healthy, and what to look out for when you're on a snack hunt.

What to Look For

What to Look For

Your granola bar should be as unprocessed as possible — this means no artificial ingredients, flavoring or processed sugar. Look for ingredients that you know and recognize, like nuts, oats, fruit and whole-wheat flour. Good rule of thumb: If you have no clue what an ingredient is (sodium caseinate or hydrogenated oil — huh?) don't eat it!

Sugar

Sugar

Remember that you're eating a granola bar, not a candy bar, so it shouldn't be too sweet. Andrea Wilcox, RD and ChickRx Expert, recommends bars with no more than 10 to 15 grams of sugar per serving. Stay clear of granola bars that have tons of added sugars, like brown sugar, high fructose corn syrup and fruit juice concentrate. The best snack bar is one that's naturally sweetened with fruit.